chili powder

noun

: a spice mixture made with ground chiles

Examples of chili powder in a Sentence

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Stir in 2 to 3 teaspoons of chili powder, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, and ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2025 For an extra kick to begin your day, try their Spicy Mocha with chili powder and cayenne. Judy Garrison, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2024 Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Garnish: celery stalk, lime wedge Instructions: Rim a glass with chili powder or salt, then fill with ice. Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024 Add the red lentils, red chili powder or green chilis and salt to taste. Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 15 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for chili powder 

Word History

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chili powder was in 1908

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“Chili powder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chili%20powder. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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chili powder

noun
: a seasoning made of ground hot peppers and other spices
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